Martin Scorsese enlisted an impressive cast for his Howard Hughes biopic, "The Aviator." Kate Beckinsale (last seen in "Van Helsing") makes an appearance as legendary actress Ava Gardner and has the good fortune of being involved in some of the more emotional scenes of the film. In this interview, Kate Beckinsale talks about learning how to play Ava, working with Martin Scorsese, and what's happening with "Underworld 2:"

Interview with Kate Beckinsale from the Martin Scorsese Film, "The Aviator"

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Martin Scorsese Interview - "The Aviator"
Critically acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese directs Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett, and Kate Beckinsale (along with a half-dozen other big name stars and hundreds of extras) in the epic film, "The Aviator." Based on the life of Howard Hughes, Scorsese's "The Aviator" takes an in-depth look at Hughes before he descends into true madness. In this interview with the Academy Award-nominated director, Scorsese discusses his cast and historical facts vs. movie fiction:

Interview with Director Martin Scorsese About His Latest Film, "The Aviator"

AFI Selects "The Aviator" as One of the Best Movies of 2004

"The Aviator" - Leonardo DiCaprio Interview
One of the best young actors of his generation, Leonardo DiCaprio reteams with his "Gangs of New York" director, Martin Scorsese, for the high-flying epic, "The Aviator." Based on a specific time period in Howard Hughes' life, the film follows Hughes as he makes his mark with the movie "Hell's Angels" and has an impact on the aviation industry.

Leonardo DiCaprio Talks About the Movie "The Aviator," Working with Scorsese, and Researching Howard Hughes

"The Aviator" Photo Gallery

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The Best of 2004
Feeling a bit like Santa Claus, I made my 'Best Of' lists and checked them twice, three times - even four. But unlike Mr. Claus, I'm not keeping track of who's been naughty, only who's been very, very nice. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the 'Worst Of' lists. They always seem too mean-spirited, although I will admit they're very much fun to write. Sticking strictly to performances and films that deserve to be praised, here's my first batch of Top Picks for 2004. Please keep in mind these choices reflect my own personal taste in film. Your lists will probably be vastly different than mine:

"Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" Tops Best Movies of 2004 List

Top 10 Best Performances by Actors in 2004

The Best Performances by Actresses in 2004 Include Imelda Staunton and Kate Winslet

Clive Owen Comes in First on the Best Supporting Actor Top 10 List

"Closer" Star Natalie Portman Leads the Pack of Best Supporting Actresses

Behind the Scenes of "The Sea Inside"
Writer/director Alejandro Amenabar and actor Javier Bardem are piling up an impressive number of nominations and wins for their work on "The Sea Inside," an emotionally moving film based on the life of Ramon Sampedro. Sampedro was a quadriplegic who fought for the right to die with dignity, and his story as told in "The Sea Inside" is winning critical acclaim as one of the best foreign films of 2004.

Interview with "The Sea Inside" Star, Javier Bardem

Filmmaker Alejandro Amenabar Discusses "The Sea Inside"

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